Gaming
Razer BlackShark V3
91Outstanding
$120
Full review dataRazer BlackShark V3 vs Razer BlackShark V3 Pro: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Razer BlackShark V3 comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 91. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Razer BlackShark V3 - Outstanding overall at around $125.
Gaming
Razer BlackShark V3 Pro
87Outstanding
$250
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Razer BlackShark V3 leads on 4 of 7 measures.
- Razer BlackShark V3
- Razer BlackShark V3 Pro
HearWiki score
91
87
Sound
9.2
8.7
Noise cancelling
-
7.8
Battery
8.6
9.0
Calls
8.8
8.8
Value
9.2
7.5
Price (USD)
$120
$250
Generation & platform
The scores rank quality. This is the other question: is the newer one actually newer technology, or the same platform in a new shell?
Mixed generations
Both shipped in 2025. Neither is straightforwardly newer: the Razer BlackShark V3 brings Bluetooth 5.3 against 4.0, while the Razer BlackShark V3 Pro answers with ANC type Hybrid against None.
- BlackShark V32025
- BlackShark V3 Pro2025
What differsBlackShark V3BlackShark V3 Pro
- Bluetooth
- 5.3
- 4.0
- ANC type
- None
- Hybrid
Platform
Level on: Top codec, Multipoint pairing, USB-C.
Specifications
BlackShark V3BlackShark V3 Pro
- Type
- Gaming
- Gaming
- Price (USD)
- $120
- $250
- HearWiki score
- 91
- 87
- Released
- 2025
- 2025
- Availability
- Sold new
- Sold new
- Driver
- 50 mm dynamic
- 50 mm dynamic
- Driver type
- dynamic
- dynamic
- Driver size
- 50 mm
- 50 mm
- Drivers per side
- 1
- 1
- Frequency response
- 12 Hz - 28 kHz
- 12 Hz - 28 kHz
- Impedance
- 32 Ω
- 32 Ω
- Sensitivity
- 106 dB/mW
- 108 dB/mW
- Bluetooth
- 5.3
- 4.0
- Codecs
- SBC, AAC
- SBC, AAC
- Multipoint pairing
- Yes
- Yes
- Latency
- 10 ms
- 10 ms
- Wireless range
- -
- 10 m
- Battery life
- 70 h
- 70 h
- Battery life (ANC on)
- -
- 48 h
- Quick charge
- -
- 10 min → 6 h
- Wireless charging
- No
- No
- Active noise cancelling
- No
- Yes
- ANC type
- -
- hybrid
- Transparency mode
- -
- Yes
- Companion app
- -
- Yes
- Custom EQ
- -
- Yes
- Wear detection
- -
- No
- Controls
- -
- both
- Weight
- 270 g
- 367 g
- Water resistance
- none
- -
- USB-C
- Yes
- Yes
- Microphones
- 1
- 1
What reviewers said
Razer BlackShark V3
The Razer BlackShark V3 is a wireless gaming headset that emphasizes long-lasting performance with a 70-hour battery and 50mm drivers for robust audio. It supports Bluetooth 5.3 with SBC and AAC codecs, plus multipoint connectivity for versatile use, though it omits active noise cancellation. The headset also features a noise-canceling microphone and a low-latency 10ms mode, making it a solid choice for gamers seeking extended play sessions.
- Pro:Exceptional 70-hour battery life
- Pro:Comfortable 270g lightweight build
- Pro:Multipoint Bluetooth 5.3 for multi-device use
- Con:No active noise cancellation
- Con:No water resistance rating
- Con:Lacks wireless charging support
Razer BlackShark V3 Pro
The Razer BlackShark V3 Pro is a wireless gaming headset that pairs a long-lasting battery with hybrid active noise cancellation for focused play sessions. It features 50mm dynamic drivers, Bluetooth with multipoint support, and a low-latency design, making it a versatile option for both gaming and everyday use. Its lightweight build and customizable EQ add to its appeal for extended comfort and personalized sound.
- Pro:Hybrid ANC for immersive gaming
- Pro:Up to 70 hours of battery life
- Pro:Multipoint Bluetooth connectivity
- Con:Heavier than some rivals at 367g
- Con:No wireless charging support
- Con:Only one microphone for communication
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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